Sometimes, the signs and symptoms of an abscessed tooth are so acute and distinct that you could probably diagnose the dental condition yourself. You may experience: A bad taste or smell that cannot be managed with brushing, mints, or mouthwash Spontaneous throbbing or shooting pain,...
Sometimes, missing teeth are not the result of neglect. Although many cases of tooth loss are linked to cavities, gum disease, or accidents, there are other common and unavoidable causes for missing teeth. Each year, millions of people discover that they have been born without one...
Some aspects of dentistry have barely changed throughout the years. Wisdom teeth still need to be removed. Dental implants must still be anchored into the jawbone. Sometimes teeth have to be pulled in order to make room for your braces. And for the great majority...
In dentistry, you are afforded the unique opportunity for assistance both before and after you experience a problem. Your dentist offers comprehensive diagnostic and preventive care that is designed to protect and preserve your smile throughout your lifetime. Preventive dentistry is your first line if...
Dental implants, which are an increasingly popular tooth replacement treatment, give a number of benefits to patients. They are more visually appealing and function more like a natural tooth than any currently available alternatives. When it comes to dental implants, there’s even more good news. You...
Dental anxiety is quite common. By some estimates, as many as three-quarters of Americans have some level of fear of going to the dentist. For some of those patients, the fear is so severe that they avoid dental treatment entirely. Needless to say, this can...
Many treatments associated with cosmetic dentistry may involve oral surgery. If you may benefit from such a procedure, you will have an initial consultation with an oral surgeon to explore your treatment options. At this first appointment, the oral surgeon will review your medical history and...
In childhood, a complete smile consists of 20 teeth. In adulthood, that number increases to a total of 32 teeth, including the wisdom teeth. When a patient is found to have more than the normal number of teeth, the additional teeth are known as “supernumerary...
In recent decades, dental implants have become the most commonly recommended form of tooth replacement by dentists worldwide. When these replacement teeth are selected for the appropriate patient, placed under the best circumstances, and permitted to heal properly, the success rate soars to nearly 97%. Part...
If you want to maintain good overall health, you just can’t ignore your dental health. The consequences of not maintaining healthy teeth and gums can result in a number of dental conditions that can lead to a general decline in the quality of your life. Now,...